April 26

In Psalm 39 there seems to be some correlation between controlling my temper and tongue and understanding the brevity of my life. (Although sometimes what God spoke to me may not follow the strictest of interpretation). It does seem to me that I get the hottest and most out of control when things are not in perspective of the whole of life. It is more than frustrating when you only focus on one thing. Is that true for you? It is when I am singularly focused that I am the most infuriated over things. Whether it is not being able to find my keys, (not focusing on the fact that I have a nice car), or it is someone at church who is being very critical of me, (not focusing on the fact that God is doing great things at our church and there are many that appreciate me), when my focus is micro, it leads to my frustration. Even beyond that is the fact that I am only here on this earth for a short time. It isn’t fruitful nor does it make sense that I spend that time hot tempered, or uttering phrases that I wished I wouldn’t have! There is a saying, “life is too short for…”. In this case, I think it should go like this; life is too short for me spending my time in anguish because of others or because of circumstances. It is what it is – make the best of it! (I think I should reread that every day)